There is no preaching of the truth more
forcible than the silent influence of a consistent
Christian character, bearing in
richness and luxuriousness the fruits of
the Spirit, which are love, joy, peace, forbearance,
kindness, goodness, fidelity,
meekness, and self-control. And no
preaching of the truth, however eloquent,
reasonable, and logical, is likely to be
productive of results to the glory of God,
if not backed by the silent yet potent influence
of a consistent Christian life.

Here is a way of preaching the gospel
which may be measurably overlooked by
some who are anxious to do more active
service in the cause we love. Let us not
forget that golden opportunities lie all
about us. Ye are indeed living epistles,
known and read of all men. Our families,
our relatives, our neighbors, are judging
of the truth by its effects upon us. Let
us not forget this for a moment. We
must be transparent and let the light of
God's truth shine through all our doings.